Insufficient accomodation and government support spark calls for better resourcing and planning in disaster responses
Australia, said people with disability are feeling increasingly “forgotten” when it comes to emergency planning.
“They’re not seeing inclusive support … or decision-making quick enough,” de Vera said. “Throwing money at a problem doesn’t solve it. The spokesperson said housing assistance has been provided to 768 flood-affected households as of 31 March and a $600,000 Rapid Response Fund has been established “to deliver enhanced housing and homelessness services in impacted areas”.
The government should also provide explicit guidelines outlining who takes responsibility for the extra support needs of people with disability in emergency situations, they said.
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